Balmenach 1979 32 Years Single Malt Whisky

Balmenach 1979 MBa

Balmenach

Speyside · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
32 years
ABV
53.1%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Balmenach
Distillation Year
1979
Bottling Year
2012
Cask Types
Bourbon barrel

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Recent history

Lowest Price:€169.00(2024-02-28)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Lola Williams

Lola Williams

May 15, 2026, 09:39:52

Warm and a bit fruity, with a soft smoky edge. Feels cosy, slightly spicy, and easy to sip by the fire 🥃 Nice wee sweetness at the end.

Nicole Richards

Nicole Richards

May 13, 2026, 08:11:37

Blimey, this whisky's got a right warmth to it. 🥃 Rich and smoky, with a hint of appl pie and some spicyness. Really hits the spot on a chilly evning. 😊

Caroline Green

Caroline Green

May 12, 2026, 11:00:54

Sniffs glass Mmm, get a proper peat smoke, like a bonfire on the beach 🏖️. Then there’s this sweet, sugary bit… like burnt toffee and orange peel? 🍊 Taste-wise, it’s spicy! Cinnamon and black pepper, definitely. But there’s a creamy vanilla custard underneath that softens it all. Quite the journey. Finish is long and warming, leaves a lovely malty, nuty feeling. Makes you wanna sit back in a comfy chair. Proper autumn dram, this one. 🥃✨

Jessica Kennedy

Jessica Kennedy

May 12, 2026, 01:51:02

Right then 😊 this one’s got a real nice smoky warmth, like a proper fireside dram. It’s smooth an’ a bit oily, with hints o’ honey an’ maybe some dried fruit. 👃 The finish lingers, warm and peppery, like a cozy blanket for ya throat. Quite lovely, that.

Ruth Smith

Ruth Smith

May 11, 2026, 16:42:00

Ah right, got meself a wee dram here 🥃 First nosing - gettin' some lovely vanilla an' caramel comin' through, really sweet like. Maybe a touch of honey? 🍯 On the palate it's proper smooth init. Bit of apple and pear fruitiness, then some gentle spice creepin' in - nutmeg maybe? Toasty oak notes too 🍐 The finish is warm and lingers nicely. Gettin' some smoky bits at the end, not too heavy like, just enuff to keep it interestin' Overall quite a well balanced drop that one. Easy drinkin' but still got some proper depth to it 👍 Would pair nicely with a good cheese board I reckon

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